Allen Park Firefighters IAFF Local 1410

06/05/2026

While this graphic uses a 56-hour work week, Allen Park firefighters work a 50.4-hour schedule, 100.8 -hour pay period. The point remains the same: firefighters work significantly more hours than the typical 40-hour municipal employee.

Over a 20-year career, an Allen Park firefighter will work more than 10,800 additional hours compared to a traditional 40-hour employee. That's the equivalent of over 270 extra work weeks or more than 5 additional years of full-time work.
These figures only account for scheduled hours. They don't include interrupted sleep, working nights, weekends, holidays, missing family events, exposure to hazardous conditions, or making critical decisions during emergencies.
Firefighters provide emergency services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Understanding the realities of our schedule helps explain the commitment required to serve our community around the clock. 🚒🚑
Michigan Professional Fire Fighters International Association of Fire Fighters

Real numbers not opinions.

06/01/2026

Thank you so much to Papas Pizza-Allen Park for thinking of us and helping fuel the crew on this busy day! We appreciate you 👏🚒

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05/25/2026

Allen Park Police Department let the kids hit the siren… meanwhile at the firehouse we’re running full Stanley Cup playoffs in the bay. 🚒🏒

Turns out the fire department has better trucks and better athletes.

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05/25/2026

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05/13/2026

The IAFF is officially endorsing candidate Mike Duggan

8,000 firefighters across Michigan chose to endorse our Independent campaign.

Proud to have the support of the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union. Now, let’s get to work.

05/10/2026

Happiest of Mother's Day! 💐

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05/07/2026

Members of the Allen Park Firefighters Local 1410 recently attended the 2026 Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union Convention in Muskegon.

The convention brings firefighters from across the state together to discuss firefighter safety, training, labor issues, legislation, and the future of the fire service. It also gives members the opportunity to network and share ideas with other departments throughout Michigan.

We are proud to have Allen Park Firefighters IAFF Local 1410 represented at this year’s convention.



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05/04/2026

Happy International Firefighters Day!!!!! 🚒 🔥

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04/25/2026

Sometimes the best moments happen when you least expect them.

While responding to a non-emergent medical call at Maple Heights Senior Living, FF Malcolm and FF Gutierrez took a quick pause to drop in on the Senior Citizens Prom—and they were welcomed with plenty of smiles.

We’re happy to report the patient was evaluated on scene, did not require transport, and is doing just fine.

A big shoutout to the Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Public Schools Kiwanis Club for putting together such a great event for the residents. It’s awesome to see our community coming together like this.

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04/17/2026

Sgt. Estrada with the classic Glamour Shots pose 👌 📷

🔥 Firefighter Feature: Sergeant Mike Estrada 🔥

Meet Sergeant Mike Estrada, who has proudly served with the Allen Park Fire Department for 14 years.

👨‍🚒 What inspired him to become a firefighter?
Mike has always had a passion for helping others—paired with a bit of an adrenaline drive. His journey began in high school when he joined the fire explorers program after seeing the culture firsthand at a local department.

🚒 Favorite part of the job:
No two days are the same. Firefighters wear many hats, and when the bell rings, you have to be ready for anything—that’s what he loves most.

🍽 Favorite shift meal or snack:
Favorite meal: anything served on time.
Favorite snack: brownies.

🏠 Something the community may be surprised to know:
Firefighters do much more than fight fires—we also serve as medical providers, caregivers, electricians, hazardous materials specialists, teachers, and more. We are often the last line of help in an emergency.

🎣 Hobbies outside the firehouse:
Spending time with family, being outdoors hunting, fishing, camping, and enjoying music.

🎶 Fun fact:
Mike can play eight different instruments.

💡 Advice for future firefighters:
It’s more than a job—it’s a calling. Passion is essential if you want to succeed in this profession.

🏆 Proudest career moment:
Receiving the Medal of Valor for bravery beyond the call of duty.

👏 Thank you, Sergeant Estrada, for your bravery, dedication, and continued service to the Allen Park community. 🚒